Green hatch chilies are a staple of New Mexican cuisine. Chile is actually one of New Mexico’s two state vegetables (the other being frijole, or pinto bean). Various strands of chilies were created by New Mexico State University. Mi Casita’s festival is an homage to New Mexico’s spicier state vegetable.

Mi Casita Mexican restaurant is located at 111 Claressa Avenue in Avalon. The restaurant’s phone number is 310-510-1772.